On April 15, 1922, a relatively obscure Senate resolution introduced by John B. Kendrick set in motion one of the most consequential corruption investigations in American history. What began as a narrowly framed inquiry into a quiet land transaction would soon unravel into the…
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Marion Barry’s arrest on January 18, 1990, was a pivotal moment in the history of Washington, D.C. As mayor, Barry had long been a prominent and controversial figure, celebrated for his achievements and criticized for his personal scandals. His arrest for drug possession during…
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